Green, Thompson, McDaniels ejected after Wolves-Warriors fight

 In a heated on-court rivalry that boiled over, Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson and forward Draymond Green, along with Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jaden McDaniels, were ejected from their highly anticipated in-season tournament game on Tuesday night after getting involved in a physical altercation less than two minutes into the contest. The incident, which unfolded just 100 seconds into the matchup, stemmed from a tangled struggle for a rebound between Thompson and McDaniels. As the players transitioned down the court, their scuffle escalated, with McDaniels ripping Thompson's jersey and Thompson swinging his arm at McDaniels.

The intensity of the confrontation rapidly drew the attention of other players from both teams, with Green charging towards the scene and putting Minnesota center Rudy Gobert in a headlock. Coaches and referees rushed to intervene, attempting to separate the incensed players and prevent further escalation. After a thorough review of the incident, officials assessed McDaniels and Thompson with two technical fouls each, while Green was issued a flagrant foul 2, resulting in his automatic ejection.

This marked the first time in the past 25 seasons that multiple players were ejected from an NBA game before a single point had been scored. The incident highlighted the simmering tensions between the Warriors and Timberwolves, two teams with a history of on-court rivalries and intense confrontations. The ejection of three key players, including Thompson and Green, who are both integral to their respective teams' success, significantly impacted the game's dynamics and left fans wondering about the potential repercussions of this heated encounter.